A Winter of Wine and Wonder with Anne-Wies van Oosten
Anne-Wies van Oosten – acclaimed wine writer, founder of anne-wies.nl and winner of the public voting at the Wine Travel Awards – has published a special holiday edition of her Proeverij Agenda, highlighting some of the most exciting wine, food and festive experiences across December and January. Her carefully curated selection is now live on her website and is the perfect inspiration for wine lovers planning seasonal celebrations.
Here are just a few December highlights from the agenda
Royal Christmas Fair, The Hague – December 4–23, 2025
Enjoy one of the Netherlands’ most enchanting Christmas markets in the historic centre of The Hague, complete with atmospheric lights, mulled wine, holiday music and festive programming that brings yuletide cheer to life.
Kerstmarkt in Maastricht – through December 29, 2025
Explore the magical Christmas market around Vrijthof, with nostalgic chalets, an ice rink and a giant wheel — a must-visit winter destination for shopping, strolling and holiday treats.
Kerst Preuvenement at Kaasfort, Amsterdam – December 13–14, 2025
A festive weekend of tasting, pairing and discovering special holiday cheeses and wines, including seasonal favourites like Vacherin au Four.
WijnSpijs Walks (Various Cities)
Culinary wine & food walks are scheduled across the Netherlands on December 14 in Den Haag, Utrecht, Leiden and Nijmegen, and December 21 in Haarlem, Rotterdam and Arnhem. These events combine local cuisine with fine wine tastings and are perfect for relaxed winter afternoons.
Looking ahead, Anne-Wies’s agenda also includes exciting January events that help kick off the new year with flavour and discovery:
WijnSpijs Walk – Amsterdam & Groningen – January 4, 2026
A delightful start to the year, this wine-food walking experience features a series of tastings at culinary hotspots.
Canadian Wine Tasting, Breda – January 6, 2026
Discover ten expressive wines from Canada’s Niagara region curated by expert sommeliers – including their celebrated Icewine.
Online Wine Tasting for SDEN4/WSET3-4 Level – January 8, 2026, 20:00
An interactive online tasting featuring eight diverse wines designed to sharpen tasting skills at an advanced level.
WijnSpijs Walk – Breda & Den Bosch – January 11, 2026
Another chance to explore culinary pairings with wine during a relaxed stroll through city streets.
Wine & Food Evening at Restaurant Pont – January 16, 2026, 18:30
A four-course paired dinner in Wessem with expertly chosen wines to match each dish.
WijnSpijs Walks – Leiden, Utrecht & Den Haag – January 18, 2026
Continuing the popular wine-food walk series into the heart of winter.
WijnSpijs Walks – Maastricht, Eindhoven, Delft & Tilburg – January 25, 2026
A festive end to the January calendar with more culinary exploration and fine wines.
Hoch die Gläser Dinner – Roermond – January 30, 2026, 19:00
A German- and Austrian-themed four-course wine dinner with carefully matched wines for a spirited winter evening.
Anne-Wies’s Proeverij Agenda is regularly updated and reflects her passion for connecting people with memorable wine experiences – from festive markets to tasting journeys that extend well into the new year.
📍 Explore all events and the full agenda at: www.anne-wies.nl
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